Question An ionic compound has a slightly negative heat of solution in water. Would you expect it to be soluble or insoluble in water? [Blank]
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If the heat of solution is slightly negative, it means that the process of dissolving is exothermic, or releases heat. This typically suggests that the process is favorable, as systems tend to move towards lower energy states. Show more…
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